By Rachel Garvey Alex Coughlan is a third year BA with Human Rights student, and the Students’ Union’s first Gender and LGBT+ Rights Officer. “I have really enjoyed what I’ve been able to do as an officer. The Athena Swan gender equality process is being started across a number of schools across the University. It has been great to see the receptiveness of various staff … [Read more...] about Alex Coughlan, Gender and LGBT+ Rights Officer, says casework has been very rewarding
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Medicine Convenor says students from her college can be stressed while on placement
By Martha Brennan Liezel Ravenscroft is a third year Medicine student and the Students’ Union’s Convenor of the College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences. “The aspect of my role that I enjoyed most was getting to work with the academic side of the University. This year the convenors, as well as the postgraduate officer, got to be a part of the Academic Council. I … [Read more...] about Medicine Convenor says students from her college can be stressed while on placement
Convenor of Engineering Roshan George says increasing social events was an important part of his tenure
By Martha Brennan “I loved my role, because everyone shared the same vision and there is a real collaborative environment in place within the Students’ Union. One of the most rewarding parts was being able to help other students with their issues and concerns,” said Roshan, second year electronic and computer engineering student who is the Convenor of his college. “One of … [Read more...] about Convenor of Engineering Roshan George says increasing social events was an important part of his tenure
Daniel McFadden, SU International Officer says international students’ accommodation woes need to be tackled
By Olivia Hanna Daniel McFadden, a third year Computer Science student, hailing from Philadelphia, USA spoke to SIN about the trials and tribulations of the role. “The most rewarding part of my role is meeting other international students and seeing their time abroad positively impact them. It’s always wonderful to see students achieve travel dreams, or connect with … [Read more...] about Daniel McFadden, SU International Officer says international students’ accommodation woes need to be tackled
Convenor of Science says University staff needs to become more aware of the part-time SU Officer roles
By Martha Brennan “The best part of being in the Students’ Union is, and always will be, helping students. Being able to comfort students, provide them with solutions or even just being there to talk with them makes every challenge worth it. It's always a reminder of why I got into the role initially,” says Scott Green, the Convenor of the College of Science. “The thing … [Read more...] about Convenor of Science says University staff needs to become more aware of the part-time SU Officer roles